Words with the letter A

The letter A is one of the most versatile and frequently used tiles in Scrabble, valued at just 1 point but essential for forming a wide range of words. Because it appears often in English words, having a strong grasp of words containing A can open many scoring opportunities. Short words like an, as, at, and ax are particularly useful for quick plays and fitting into tight spaces on the board. Strategically placing the letter A on double or triple word score tiles can multiply your points, even though A itself has a low point value.

In addition to being common, the letter A serves as a crucial vowel that helps connect consonants and form longer words. Adding A to existing words can create new variations and increase your chances of scoring multiple words in one turn. For example, turning cat into cats or ran into rain can generate extra points and open up new possibilities on the board. Mastering the use of A in your gameplay is key to building a flexible and effective Scrabble strategy.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
parasitosis	14	14
parasol	11	11
parasols	12	12
parasympathetic	31	31
parasyntheses	21	21
parasynthesis	21	21
parasynthetic	24	24
paratactic	19	19
paratactical	22	22
paratactically	27	27
parataxes	19	19
parataxis	19	19
paratha	12	12
parathas	13	13
parathion	15	15
parathions	16	16
parathormone	21	21
parathormones	22	22
parathyroid	19	19
parathyroids	20	20
paratransit	15	15
paratransits	16	16
paratroop	15	15
paratrooper	17	17
paratroopers	18	18